When living away from your aging loved one, it can often feel that your help is insufficient, misplaced, or unneeded. This couldn’t be further from the truth. In today’s digital world, anyone can be an effective long-distance caregiver, as a number of essential services and responsibilities can be performed remotely from your home. Long-distance caregiving […]
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Beginning the search for a home care provider can be overwhelming and stressful. There are a number of factors to consider such as reputation, cost, and the type of care you need. Additionally, every family looking for home care services has a unique situation and what is best for someone might not be the right […]
Acting as the primary caregiver for a loved one or family member can be emotionally and physically taxing. It is not uncommon for you to feel as though your own wellbeing has fallen to the wayside as you prioritize the care of your loved one and navigate additional stressors such as financial problems, social isolation, […]
If you have a parent or a senior relative, then you may be aware of how well they need to be cared for. But with work and other obligations, you might not be able to help as much as you would like to. You try looking into senior housing options but your parents wish to […]
In planning their future, it has become increasingly common for older people to stay in their own homes rather than move into senior living communities. According to a 2018 AARP survey, 3 out of 4 adults ages 50 and older want to remain in their homes as they age, but only 46 percent believe that […]
For older adults contemplating aging in place, the saying “home is where the heart is” rings especially true. According to an AARP survey, “nearly 90 percent of people over age 65 want to stay in their home for as long as possible.” However, many are also aware that aging in place is not a decision […]